Junior lawyer family law & criminal law - option for flexibility

A position has come up for an admitted junior lawyer at our firm.

We are proud to deliver high-quality legal advice professionally, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Our direct approach means we can offer practical, easy to understand legal advice ensuring confidence and peace of mind on both large and small matters. Our team comes from diverse backgrounds and many a language is spoken in at our firm.

How are we different? We give you the “Big firm experience, in a boutique model”. Simply speaking, you get the best of both worlds, without the endless cost. 

Position Overview:

We are looking for a junior lawyer to join the team and under supervision work across a broad range of work, however, focusing on family law. There will be components of criminal law and litigation. 

Our firm undertakes work across the Coast, including Victoria, NSW and Queensland. Therefore, the experience for the takin will be unparalleled. There will also be the opportunity to travel interstate for work and court appearances. 

To be considered for this position, you must hold a current practising certificate, or be able to obtain your certificate immediately.

About you:

We are looking for passionate, strong and astute individuals. You need to be able to work as part of a team, however, also individually. Let us be clear, we do not require a high distinction average from university and academia is not an indication to us of your potential as a solicitor. 

We require a skill set that goes much beyond the academic only. The best lawyers are practical, they know how to pick up the pieces and can work under pressure. A lawyer’s job is dynamic, it is not merely about writing advice, going to court, or even just counselling.

A lawyer in the modern age takes on many responsibilities and obligations, one only needs to look to the solicitors rules. However, this same person can make a difference and in the right atmosphere will do so.

To succeed in this role you will:

• have a current practising certificate, or the ability to obtain the certificate upon starting this role

• have experience with drafting family law court documents

• an ability to advocate, orally and in written form 

• be eager to develop your own skillset across a broad range of matters

• be willing to be proactive, ask questions and curious

• be reliable and trustworthy in relation to conducting work independently

• be able to work both independently and as part of a team

• have an attention to detail

• have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal sensitively and confidentially with client

• have a professional manner

• familiar with technology in particular MS Office suite of tools

• demonstrate values such as creativity, curiosity, and a willingness to challenge conventional practices, while also recognizing the importance of hard work and dedication

• be open to working on matters across different jurisdictions and open to travel

What we offer:

• Experience to work under the Principal of the firm as well as other senior lawyers

• Flexible working and a focus on work / life balance

• Opportunity for growth within the firm

• Exposure to client facing work as well as court attendance

• Working from home options and flexibility 

Next Steps? 

We offer a supportive work place culture, where you will be encouraged and supported to strive for professional excellence in all you do.

If this role is for you, please apply online by clicking the appropriate link or email your covering letter and CV to [email protected]

Please confirm you have a practising certificate upon application, or are able to immediately obtain one.